Maintain pressure on reforms to protect NHS
Janet Wilson
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I have been in nursing since 1974 when I started my adult nurse training. Now at the age of 53 I am studying for a professional doctorate having completed a BA and MSc all in nursing related topics, and done whilst working as a nurse. It seems to be widely accepted that caring and academic knowledge are mutually exclusive qualities. I disagree strongly. I worked as a staff nurse & sister for many years and in gaining more theoretical knowledge I feel I cared for patients to a much higher standard being the 'knowlegeable doer' which I still see as an essential feature in nursing. Being more knowledgeable I felt enabled me to explain things more clearly to patients, have an understanding of them and have empathy. I also enjoy the practical side of assisting patients with personal hygiene, toileting, nutritional needs etc. which I see as an essential part of nursing. As nurses we are in a unique position to provide care with a good knowledge base and this should be encouraged and developed.
